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Easy Melba toast
This simple recipe explains the technique for light and delicious Melba toast; light and crunchy and perfect with dips or cheese. Fuss free and effortlessly impressive for entertaining.
Servings: 8 slices
Ingredients
- 2 slices plain white sandwich bread
Instructions
- Switch on the grill. (USA - the broiler)
- Toast the bread until just pale golden.
- Carefully split each slice through the middle with a serrated knife.
- Rub the uncooked side of each slice to remove crumbs .
- Place the toast slices, uncooked side up, on a baking tray. Grill until golden brown. Keep a close eye on them as they cook, as they turn from golden to overcooked very quickly.
- As each Melba toast is coked remove from under the grill and rearrange the others.
- Allow to cool and enjoy with your favourite dips.
Notes
The best way to make Melba toast crackers is to get a production line going, trimming and splitting while the next 2 or 4 slices are toasting, depending how fast you can work.
When grilling/broiling the Melba toasts you MUST watch them carefully, as they burn very fast.
Can I use brown / wholemeal bread?
Absolutely – although I prefer white bread. I don't recommend seeded bread because it is harder to split each slice in half neatly.
Can I use Sourdough bread?
Yes, although it is slightly harder to cut neatly, and the finished slices might have holes in, which makes it harder to scope up your dips!
Can I use gluten free bread?
Absolutely. Pick your favourite brand and make in exactly the same way as regular Melba toast.
Can I make Melba toast ahead?
Yes. It will go stale, however, if you keep it too long. I usually make it the day before I need it. Make sure the toasts are completely cool after grilling (warm toast will produce condensation and you do not want the entire batch to go soggy). Then store in an airtight box.
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